Networking success

Deals were done at the March Docklands News Networking Lunch at the Harbour Town Hotel on March 16.

Some 65 guests enjoyed the hospitality and company as the quarterly networking function entered its third year.

The lunch started in 2009 on the simple premise that local business people appreciated a relaxed and informal opportunity to get to know like-minded people.

Speeches are rare and always confined to no more than five minutes.

“It’s all about the networking,” said Docklands News editor Shane Scanlan after the March lunch.

The next lunch will be held on Friday, June 22 in the Portside Bar and Lounge area of the Wharf Hotel at Northwharf.

Again, the cost will be $60 – payable in advance by emailing [email protected] or by ringing us on 8689 7979.  The lunch starts at 12 noon (for a 12.30 start).

The three-course menu is:

Entrée: Chef selection of shared entree platters: Salt & pepper squid with harissa aioli; Heirloom tomato, crumbled feta and aged balsamic bruschetta; and Char-grilled chicken tenderloin, avocado and tomato salad.

Main: Wild mushroom & chicken linguini, parmesan; OR Potato, leek, pumpkin and spinach quiche, roasted tomatoes, parmesan and rocket.

Dessert:  Platters of lemon meringue; gooey chocolate brownie; and mini-raspberry cup-cakes with white chocolate frosting.

Beverages:  Two Wise Men Sparkling Brut, NV, Hunter Valley, NSW; Two Wise Men Semillon Sauvignon Blanc, Hunter Valley, NSW; Two Wise Men Shiraz Cabernet, Hunter Valley, NSW; Boag’s Draught; Hahn Super Dry; Hahn Light; soft drink and juices.